Press Release
For immediate release

CIWM Welcomes Defra Action Plan on Waste Crime

CIWM responds to the new action plan released by the UK Government that will see an additional £45 million invested in waste crime enforcement.

Dan Cooke, Director of Policy, Communications and External Affairs, said: 

"CIWM welcomes the renewed focus that the Government’s Action Plan brings to tackling waste crime.  Aligned to the Environment Agency’s 10 Point Plan, this mix of new, innovative and strengthened measures is a substantial response to this concerning issue.

The scourge of waste crime causes misery and anxiety to communities affected, causing real damage to local environments and to local economies.  It also undermines the legitimate resources and waste sector, but we will not be defined by it.  

CIWM, its members, and the wider waste and recycling sector is committed to playing its part in driving towards higher professional standards across our vital services. By remaining vigilant and sharing intelligence we will work alongside sector regulators to continue to disrupt and prevent criminal behaviour in our sector.  We commend Defra for this response and look forward to the rapid deployment of the range of measures and increased resources."

ENDS

More information:
For more information and the full press release from the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, please visit Defra - Government cracks down on waste crime to clean up streets and restore pride in communities.

About CIWM:
CIWM (the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management) is the leading professional body for the resource and waste management sector representing over 8,000 individuals in the UK, Ireland and overseas. Established in 1898 - and now in its 125th year - CIWM is a non-profit making organisation, dedicated to the promotion of professional competence amongst waste managers. CIWM seeks to raise standards for those working in and with the sector by producing best practice guidance, developing educational and training initiatives, and providing information on key waste-related issues.

Press contact:
Kacie Foskett, Brand Marketing & Communications Manager
T: +44 (0) 1604 620426
E: kacie.foskett@ciwm.co.uk